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Camelot at Cape Playhouse

Dates: (8/16/2023 - 8/26/2023 )

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Cape Playhouse


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Camelot, the Lerner and Loewe musical, whisks you away to a bygone era of chivalry and ideals. Debuting on Broadway in 1960, Camelot is based on the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. The creative team drew inspiration from T.H. White's novel "The Once and Future King," offering a more nuanced portrayal of the Arthurian legend.

The musical centers on King Arthur, who strives to create a kingdom built on honor, justice, and equality. He establishes the Knights of the Round Table, a fellowship dedicated to upholding these ideals. The story unfolds through his relationship with Queen Guinevere and the arrival of the dashing knight, Sir Lancelot. A passionate love triangle develops, challenging the utopian vision of Camelot and exposing the complexities of human nature.

The musical score by Frederick Loewe and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner is a highlight of Camelot. It features iconic songs like "If Ever I Would Leave You," "The Lusty Month of May," and the title song "Camelot," all of which capture the beauty, romance, and eventual downfall of Arthur's dream. The original Broadway production, starring Richard Burton as Arthur, Julie Andrews as Guinevere, and Robert Goulet as Lancelot, was a commercial and critical success. It garnered four Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

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